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Nielsen has released their latest smartphone figures for U.S. market this week  and, keeping with trends, Android leads all mobile platforms. With 42.8 percent of the pie, it is easily bests Apple’s 28.3 percent and RIM’s 17.8 percent.   Where is Windows Phone 7 in all of this?  Fourth place with only 6.1 percent of the market.  In terms of handset makers benefiting the most, Nielsen finds that HTC commands 15 percent followed by Motorola (10.4%) and Samsung (10.1%).

Speaking in more broad terms, Nielsen’s research tells us that 44 percent of all mobile subscribers now have smartphones. Looking at recent buyers, those who purchased a new device over the last three months chose smartphones 56 percent of the time.

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Samsung has unveiled their latest System-on-chip (SoC) this week, trumpeting the arrival of the Exynos 5250, a dual-core 2GHz chipset.  Expected to be used in high-end tablets, the Samsung chips go into mass production in the second quarter of 2012.  At that rate we might expect to see these in future Galaxy Tabs and other tablets in the second half of the year.  We’d love to see these arrive in smartphones down the road and it wouldn’t surprise us if it actually happens.

As compared to today’s processors, the dual-core Exynos 5250 features 4X graphics performance over current Cortex-A9-based Application Processors.  Additional details include supports for stereoscopic 3D displays and display resolutions of up to WQXGA (2560×1600).

With CES, MWC, and CTIA breathing down our necks we might be able to see concept devices show up over the next few months.

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Verbatim, no stranger to the tech industry, has rolled out a new Bluetooth keyboard this week with an attractive price tag and a pair of color choices.  If you’re looking for a thin, lightweight keyboard for your Galaxy Tab, XOOM, or Transformer Prime, then you may want to consider the inexpensive Ultra-Slim Keyboard.  Features include a built-in rechargeable battery (USB), soft touch keys, and media and music controls.  What’s more, there are also buttons for cut, copy, paste, and more for easy document editing from your device.

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Verbatim Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard for Tablets Makes Typing Easier for On-the-Go Users

Sleek, portable keyboard delivers style, mobility and ultimate functionality – in both white and black – for iPad, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Motorola Xoom and more

Charlotte, NC, November 28, 2011– Verbatim, the global leader in data storage technology, has just announced its new Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard is now shipping to retailers nationwide. Designed to work with iPads, iPhones and other Bluetooth-enabled tablets with HID keyboard support, this thin, portable keyboard delivers a more familiar typing method to touchscreen users. By offering a quick and easy way to compose e-mails and other important documents on-the-go, the Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard enhances productivity and efficiency anywhere. “The Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard is all about giving our customers the freedom to be mobile,”  said Ron Hanafin, Verbatim Product Manager, Accessories & Peripherals. “For on-the-go business professionals, for students working on a late-night term paper at the local coffee shop or for the everyday lifestyle blogger, this portable accessory is the perfect travel companion.” Plus, users can play, pause and control iTunes music directly from the keyboard’s media console, and the Enhanced Smart Keys offer a simpler way to cut, copy, paste and undo. The low profile, soft-touch keys provide a crisp, responsive feel when typing, while remaining virtually silent. Additionally, the Ultra-Slim Keyboard’s built-in rechargeable power source eliminates the need for constant battery charging and replacement,  and is easily replenished via a USB-to-computer or wall-charger connection. The Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard comes with a sleek case for greater freedom and mobility, making it the ideal carrying and travel companion. Features

• Compatible with iPad, iPad 2, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Motorola Xoom and any tablet with HID keyboard support and Bluetooth connectivity
• Ultra-compact design for maximum portability
• Media console- Includes enhanced volume and digital music controls
• Enhanced Function Keys- New, easy-to-use function keys for cut, copy, paste and undo and more
• Built-in rechargeable battery
• Low profile, soft-touch keys

Verbatim’s Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard is available now at NewEgg for just $54.99. To request more information on Verbatim’s other mobile accessories or their data storage product offerings, including images, local retailers, or product samples, contact PR representative Madison McClymonds at 305-371-9736 x146 or MadisonMcClymonds@maxborgesagency.com.

Time Warner Cable has made good on its promise to release an Android app, and while it doesn’t include the most important feature (and is only compatible with tablets) it’s better than nothing. The TWC TV app will turn your Android tablet into a glorified remote control allowing you to view program listings for up to 7 days, change channels on compatible set-top boxes, search for programming by title or episode, and even schedule and manage upcoming DVR recordings.

Those are certainly a few nice features, but I’m betting you noticed a very important feature missing from that list — live streaming. This is a huge disappointment to just about everyone, but it’s been said that live streaming will only be available with Android 4.0. While it does suck, it makes sense and they are right to wait — considering Android 4.0 is everything Honeycomb was supposed to be.

Now comes the fun part (can you feel the sarcasm?). In order to enjoy the benefits of this service, you must first meet a long list of prerequisites (and that’s even if the service is available in your area). For starters, you must own an Android tablet running Honeycomb — and while the app has only been tested and approved for the Motorola XOOM and Samsung Galaxy Tab, it should work on other Honeycomb tablets with a 1280×800 resolution. Once you’ve checked that off the list, other requirements include:

• Time Warner Cable video package at the Standard (Expanded Basic) level or higher
• Compatible set-top box or DVR running the Time Warner Cable “Navigator” interactive program guide (Motorola iGuide equipment is currently unsupported)
• Internet connection (WiFi or 3G)
• Time Warner Cable user name and password

I’ve heard the list of supported DVR boxes is very slim so you may want to check with TWC before banging your head against the wall. So, while your not going to be able to watch your favorite show while on the can, you can at least show off your fancy new remote the next time someone stops by.

The TWC TV app is available for free in the Android Market and can be downloaded by following the link below. Good luck!

Source: Engadget

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We just got word from Samsung advising that a white version of their AT&T Galaxy S II Skyrocket will be available on December 4th. The internals remain the exact same as its black counterpart and the $249.99 stays put as well. The 4G LTE edition of the Galaxy S II also features a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED Plus multi-touch display, and an 8-megapixel camera with 1080p video capture.